Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis – EMAIL: dcd@fittsroberts.com

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales, expenses and capital expenditures to facilitate and support timely and definable planning and decision making.

• Coordinate with the different business units the preparation of the forecast and long term projections
• Monitor performance indicators, highlight trends and analyze causal factors behind variances and trends.
• Work on a team to manage the continued development of Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Plan and Modeling tools.
• Improve performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and understand ROI in marketing programs, menu pricing, new store rollouts as well as new projects
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives
• Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision making purposes
• Supervision of Financial Analyst(s)
Job Requirements
• Strong leadership skills required
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized.
• Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think creatively, highly-driven and self-motivated
Experience and Educational requirements • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA a plus
• 5-7 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis

HOT, HOT OPENINGS!

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Dianedelgadolemaire

– Senior Accountant, CPA – Sugar Land

– Tax Accountant – Greenway Plaza

– Financial Reporing Manager / Director – Northwest Houston

– LOE / GL Accountant – Galleria

– Senior Accountant – Katy

– Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager – Greenspoint

– SEC Supervisor – Galleria

– Staff Accountant – Galleria

– International Controller – Downtown

– Senior Auditors – Public Accounting

– Staff Auditor – Galleria

Email: dcd@fittsroberts.com

May 2013 Newsletter for Accounting Professionals with list of current openings!

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Industry News and Update

Busy, busy, busy….what a month it has been! This newsletter was supposed to go out two weeks ago, so I apologize for the delay. It is an unbelievable time to live in Houston and I know it is only going to get better. All you have to do is drive around the city and see all the commercial and residential construction everywhere to realize our little city is in growth mode. Have you also noticed a not of out of state license plates? That is right! I think our little secret is out. Houston not only a great place to live, but the city also provides amazing career opportunities. I am going to keep it very short today. I have a laundry list of openings listed at the bottom of this email and have included an interesting article as well. As always feel free to check out my blog for job openings and career advice anytime.

Local Searches
CFO, CPA – Spanish – Brownsville, Texas 180 to 200K plus bonus & equity
CFO, CPA – Hospitality, Nebraska – 180 to 200K
Accounting Supervisor, Heights, 85K – small company
Severance Tax Specialist – DT – 75 to 95K
MMS /ONRR Coordinator – DT 80 to 110K
Treasury Analyst (2 openings) West & DT – 55 to 70K
Supervisor of Internal Financial Reporting – West – 75K plus bonus
Assistant Controller – E&P – West Houston
Staff Accountant – Magnolia – 45 to 55K
Fixed Assets Lead – Galleria – 80K
Corporate Accountant Analyst – Galleria – 80K
Non Profit Controller – DT – 90K
Cost Accountant – Pearland – 60K
Staff Accountant – heavy recs – NW – 60K
Controller – NW Houston – 95 to 115K
Accounting Manager – Heavy intercompany & reconciliations – 95K – Galleria
Joint Venture Audit – Oil and Gas – 65 to 110K – Galleria
Director SEC Reporting – Pre-IPO- 125K Plus Bonus / Stock
AP Specialist – 35 to 38K – SW
Associate Manager Consolidations & Analysis – 50 to 65K +20% – 　West
Revenue Accountant – 5 years – 65 to 91K – Downtown
FP&A Manager, 　multi location – 75 to 85K – Galleria
JV Accountant – 2 openings – 50 to 120K
Revenue Accountant – 　SAP PRA – 80K – West
Revenue Supervisor – 　SAP/ Enertia – 90 to 100K – West
Cost Analyst 75K　
Public Accounting – Tax and Audit – any level tax or audit 50 to 120K
IT Audit – 80K plus – West
AP Supervisor – 65 to 75K – West Houston

April 2013 Accounting Openings: Staff, Senior, Audit, Tax, SEC, SOX, Oil & Gas!!!!!! dcd@fittsroberts.com

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Dianedelgadolemaire

• Senior Accountant – Med Center area – 70-80k
• Senor Staff Accountant – West – 60 to 65K
• Senior Staff Accountant – Greenspoint – 60 to 65K
• Accounting Admin Assistant – 35K
• Contracts Admin Assistant – 35K
• Staff Accountant – Northwest – 50-60k
• AP Supervisor – Downtown – 70k – must have E&P and/or Bachelor’s Degree
• Cost Accountant – Galleria – 75k – Oilfield services
• SOX Manager – Galleria – 80-90k
• Financial Analyst – near IAH – 85-90k – Oilfield services
• SEC Manager – West Houston – to 90k
• Financial Reporting Specialist – Downtown – 100k – benefits, 401(k), pensions
• Controller – Non-profit – to 86k
• Senior Accountant (SEC) – Downtown – 85k
• Tax Accountant – Staff and/or Senior, pay DOE – Oil and Gas – North
• Oil and Gas positions – Gas Plant Acct, Regulatory Specialist, Revenue Acct, MMS – Downtown
• West Houston – Financial Analyst, Staff Accountant, Payroll Manager, FP&A Manager, SEC Supervisor
• Revenue Accountant – Oil and Gas – Energy Corridor
• Property Accountant – Westchase – 55k
• Payroll – Processor and Supervisor – SAP – Downtown
• Various Public Accounting positions

March 2013 Accounting Openings – Staff to Controller – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Posted on March 19, 2013March 19, 2013 by Dianedelgadolemaire

• Financial Analyst – very visible – high growth – Greenspoint
• Financial Analyst – Heavy Modeling – Galleria
• Staff Accountant – Heavy Recs – NW Houston
• Senior Accountant – SEC – Renewable – Southeast
• Accounting Manager – Non Profit – Galleria
• Accounting Manager – Manufacturing – Heavy intercompany – Galleria
• Financial Reporting Specialist – Benefits Accounting – DT
• SEC Accounting – 40 hour work week
• Federal Tax Accountant with Supervisor potential – NW Houston
• Midstream Accountant – DT – 1 to 2 years of gas plant experience
• Gas Plant Processing Specialist – heavy g.p. experience needed
• MMS Supervisor – DT and Sugar Land
• Staff Accountant – Service – SW Houston
• Controller – Service – heavy SEC background needed
• Revenue Supervisor with Enertia exp – West
• Accounting Services Senior Accountant – Heavy special projects – Galleria
• Senior Audit Manager – CPA Firm
• Non profit Audit – CPA Firm
• Tax Manager – International – Galleria
• Internal Auditor – limited travel – SW Houston

October 2012 Newsletter for Accounting Professionals from Diane Delgado LeMaire @ CFS

Posted on October 19, 2012October 19, 2012 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Industry News and Updates

This has been an interesting start to the 4th quarter of the year. I can’t say that we are super busy on the direct hire side of our business, but we have been very steady.　Although year to date, the CFS Houston Team has become one of the top CFS offices for growth!　 The demand for contract workers is very high. We are seeing this locally in Houston and nationally (40 offices nationwide). 　I wonder how much of an impact the coming election is having on the types of hires companies are making (temporary vs. permanent) and if we will see the flood gates open after we receive the election results. I guess we will have to wait and see.

I continue to be optimistic about our local economy. Most of the news we see every day about Houston is very positive. We were just recently name the number one city in the US for Manufacturing by Forbes. Just simply drive around town and there seem to be buildings going up every where (especially on the west side of town). Construction is always the last industry to come out of a recession, so I am sure this is just the beginning of what’s to come. According to the GHP Houston added almost 90, 000 jobs by the end of August 2012. We are experiencing one of the fastest growth rates　in the nation. Again, very positive news. It is great to live in such a wonderful and prosperous city. Oh, and by the way GO TEXANS! They are having an amazing year and I am certain making a positive impact on our local economy :-). Until next time……

Local Statistics:

National / Houston Unemployment rate: 7.8/6.7

Price of Oil: $95 (last year $95)

Oil Rig Count: 1955 (last year 1835)

Industries hiring: Oil & Gas, Healthcare, Oil & Gas Field Services, Retail, Chemicals and Services, Construction, Manufacturing

Positions in demand: Senior Accountants,Auditors, Financial Analysts

Industries not hiring or flat: Telecommunications, Government

Openings:

Credit & Collections Manager, SE, 110 to 120K
SEC Accountant, Westchase, 1 to　2 year Auditor needed
Senior Accountant, Westchase, 60K (2 openings)
Staff Accountant, Galleria, 48K
Auditor, Galleria, 40% travel 60 to 75K
Fixed Asset Accounting Manager, DT, 90K
Bilingual Senior Accountant, DT, 60K
Controller, Manufacturing, Rosenberg, 130K
2 Entry Level Tax Accountants, CPA Firm, Good GPA
Accounting Manager, Katy, 100K
Assistant Controller, Rosenberg, 85K
Audit Senior Manager & Partner, Galleria, DOE
Tax Senior Manager & Partner, Galleria, DOE
Payroll Administrator, Woodlands, 50K
International Tax Staff & Senior, Westchase, 50 to 90K
Revenue Accounting Supervisor, DT, 115K
Revenue Senior, DT, 65 to 85K
Gas Plant Accountant, DT, 85 to 90K
Staff Accountant, West Houston, Small Company, 60K
Procurement Rep, 2 to 3 year assignment IRAQ, 100 PLUS
Tax Staff Accountant, CPA Firm, Galleria, 45 to 55K
Internal Auditor, Galleria, 60 to 65K – 20% Travel
Gas Plant Accountant, Westchase & DT, 75 to 100K
Sales Analyst (heavy excel), Greenway, 55K
Payroll and Payroll Tax Accountants, Galleria, 45 to 65K
Pharmacy IT　Analyst, Modeling, Data Mining, Greenway Plaza, 80 to 90K

Articles:

Forbes names Houston No. 1 city for manufacturing jobs

http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/morning_call/2012/10/forbes-names-houston-no-1-city-for.html?ana=e_du_pub&s=article_du&ed=2012-10-12

August 2012 Newsletter for Houston Accounting Professionals

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Dianedelgadolemaire

August 2012

Industry News and Updates

Diane – can you believe that Summer is almost over? Right now it seems that most people are focused on last minute vacations, back to school shopping and getting prepared for unbelievable amounts of traffic on the freeways again. I must say, I do love the sunny and warm days of summer, but I am ready for the fall. One of the main reasons for that excitement is not only the change in weather, but the amount of hires that happen in September, October and November. These are typically the busiest months for permanent placements. Contract placements tend to be higher in the summer　months, although there are record numbers of temporary hires happening this year.

So what is new to Houston?　According to the Greater Houston Partnership’s Economy at a Glance, consumer confidence seems to be　improving. Houston enjoyed the highest auto and home sales numbers since 2007 this past month.　　The GHP ties this back to 3 factors which include: job and income growth, as well as the strong performance of the energy industry. They also mentioned that the average annual wage is up $9,100 from 2009. I can tell you first hand that making a move right now does not mean you have to go backwards in salary.　That is not to say that people are not making lateral moves,　but for the most part everyone is seeing an increase in salary. The market is still doing very well in Houston and good talent is getting harder to find. Accountants like yourself will benefit from that today and for years to come!

Please feel free to email me with any questions you may have and stay tuned for the next newsletter in October.

Local Statistics:

National / Houston Unemployment rate: 8.4/7.5
Price of Oil:$83.13 (last year $95.87)
Oil Rig Count:1944 (last year 1900)
Industries hiring:
Oil & Gas, Healthcare, Oil & Gas Field Services, Retail, Chemicals and Services
Positions in demand: Staff Accountants, Auditors, Analysts, Oil　& Gas Accountants,　Operations Accounting　Roles
Industries not hiring or flat: Telecommunications, Government, Financial Services

Local Searches

Staff Accountant, Katy, 45 to 55K
Tax Staff Accountant, CPA Firm, Galleria, 45 to 55K
Internal Auditor, Sugar Land, 60 to 65K – 5% Travel
Operations Analyst, Galleria, 75K
Internal Auditor, Galleria, 60 to 65K – 20% Travel
Accounting Manager, Trading Co, Galleria, 85 to 95K
Staff Auditor (Financial & IT), Med Center, 60K
AR Analyst, non degreed, South Houston, 35K
Sr Accountant, AR, Westchase, 55K
Buyer, Planner, NW Houston, Metals exp., 45 to 55K
Hyperion / HFM Analst, West, 60K plus 20% bonus
Gas Plant Accountant, Westchase & DT, 75 to 100K
Treasury / Financial Analyst, Galleria, 100K
Cost Analyst, Rosenberg, 75 to 85K
FP&A Senior, Woodlands, 100K
Sales Analyst (heavy excel), Greenway, 55K
Accounting Manager, NW, MFG exp. 80K
JIB Manager, DT, 100 to 115
Director of Accounting, E&P, 130 to 150K
Credit Analyst, DT, 70K
Billing Lead, DT, 60K
AP Manager, DT 65K
Payroll and Payroll Tax Accountants, Galleria, 45 to 65K
Pharmacy Analyst – Greenway Plaza, 80 to 90K
Internal Audit Manager, Galleria, 90 to 110K
Credit & Collections Manager, SE, 90K

Financial Analyst with Bond Economic Analysis – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Dianedelgadolemaire

MUST HAVE BOND ANALYSIS EXPERIENCE

SUMMARY

Provides analytical and implementation support to Treasury policy and strategy development. Assist and support the Corporate Investor Relations function. Responsible for assisting in the execution of borrowing programs, including negotiation, compliance and liaison with participant parties. Role would also include analysis related to leases and acquisition activities impacting capital structure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in developing processes for alternative financing plans so that companywide capital structure can be optimized. • Monitor and evaluate debt market conditions and corporate needs to determine appropriate timing of borrowing. • Provide assistance to effect efficient negotiation, documentation and execution of borrowing programs. • Create and maintain debt covenant forecast models. Monitor, report and execute compliance of debt covenants. • Analyze acquisition proposals to identify and resolve issues relating to financing and capital structure. • Monitor and analyze interest rate trends to identify opportunities and risks relating to financing programs and strategies. • Perform lease vs. buy analyses to recommend appropriate financing method for identified capital spending proposals. • Research and monitor current developments in corporate finance theory and practice in relation to capital structure and its impact on firm value. • Develops information used in presentations with rating agencies, investors, financial advisors and others to ensure the appropriate financing terms and conditions for projects are arranged. Develops information used in and assists in preparing presentations in support of the Corporate Investor Relations effort. • Works with financial and legal advisors to prepare documents necessary to finalize and close financing plans. • Facilitates and coordinates the Corporate Investor Relations participation in investor meetings including but not limited to industry conferences, non-deal road shows, site visits, and conference calls. • Facilitates and coordinates banking or risk management projects to improve cost of banking or and operational efficiencies of cash and risk management processes • Interacts with other departments to accomplish stated requirements and assists in the development of solutions. • Performs other duties as assigned Desired Skills & Experience

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting or Finance. A minimum of 5-7 years experience in finance, treasury or financial analysis. Very good grasp of corporate finance theory, investment theory and fixed income mathematics. Working knowledge of financial accounting, financial statement interpretation. Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

Financial Analyst – Southeast Houston – 85 to 95K – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Dianedelgadolemaire

SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST

This position reports directly to the Director of Finance and has responsibility for providing financial reporting projections and analysis to support Senior Management in their strategic decision-making and attainment of company objectives.

　This position has very high visibility and interacts across all levels of the organization, including Senior Management, thus confidence as well as being extremely detail-oriented along with a high level of accuracy are critical factors to be successful in this role.

　Major Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

The preparation of financial analysis for ad-hoc projects and “what if” scenarios using financial modeling techniques.

Analysis of historical trends and current operating metrics to identify business inefficiencies and potential areas of improvement in the current business model.

Management of the annual budgeting, forecasting and planning (>5 year) processes.

Assisting with debt management and compliance reporting.

Providing support to the Investor Relations function.

Providing support to the Risk Management and Insurance Functions.

Other responsibilities as directed by Management.

Qualifications/Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field. CPA preferred.

Master degree in Business Administration or Finance strongly preferred.

Requires a minimum of 3 to 6 years of experience in a related field.

Demonstrated technical skills and experience in financial planning and analysis.

Must be highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, primarily Excel and PowerPoint.

Must be able to work independently or in a team environment to meet the required objectives.

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines as required.

Reports To:

Director of Finance

Over 30 Accounting & Finance openings in Houston! Permanent and Contract!

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Below is a partial list of our local searches:

Local Searches

Auditor – West Houston – Less than 15% travel, Oil & Gas, 65 to 75K
Auditor – Central – 50% travel – Oil & Gas, 65 to 75K
Joint Interest Auditor – 25% travel – Oil & Gas (Fortune 200), 60 to 100K
Auditor – Downtown – 50% Travel – Manufacturing – 75 to 85K
Tax Manager, Federal & State, FAS 109 – 120 to 155K
Senior Tax Accountant – Galleria – 50 to 80K (Federal & State)
Senior Banking Auditor – Galleria – 65 to 80K
IFRS Analyst – DT – E&P, 65 to 95K
Accounting Manager (CPA, Spanish, Oracle) – Sugar Land – 100 to 120K
Inventory Accounting Manger – West – 85 to 95K
SEC Accountant – Greenway – 55 to 70K
Payroll Accountant – Southeast – 60 to 75K
Senior Auditor (Rotational Role) 50% Travel – Fortune 500 – 60 to 85K
Financial Analyst (2), The Woodlands
Senior Accountant, The Woodlands, Big4 background
AP Manager, The Woodlands
Mid Office Analyst, 60 to 100K – Trader Track!
Project Analyst, North Houston, 65 to 75K
Cost Accountant, North Houston, 65 to 75K
Sr. GL Accountant (Manufacturing), Northwest Houston, 65 to 70K
Senior Cost Analyst, Northwest Houston, 65 to 75K
Bilingual Spanish Accountant, West Houston, 65 to 75K
Six Sigma / Financial Analyst, Northwest Houston, 65 to 80K
JIB Supervisor and Lead, Northwest Houston, 65 to 95K
Junior Accountant (Associates Degree) 40K
Corporate Recruiter, 50 to 55K, Northwest Houston
Tax Accountant, CPA Firm, NO OVERTIME, Greenway Plaza

Contract

6 Tax Contractors needed for fall deadlines
20 Internal / External Auditors needed for various projects
Property Accountant ( 60 day project)
Valuation Analyst (temp to hire)
Payroll Tax (temp to hire)
AP Specialists (The Woodlands)
SAP Reconciliation Project
Financial Analyst (Excel & Quickbooks) (temp to hire)

Houston September Openings – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Real Estate Accountant – Must have Big 4 Background

Senior Accountant – CPA Firm – Accounting Services

Corporate Oil & Gas Accountant (2) – 1 to 4 years of experience

Oil & Gas AP Clerk (NW Houston)

Internal Audit (North and Greenway) – 35% travel

Internal Audit (University setting)

Senior Auditor Public Accounting

Law Firm Controller

Financial Services Controller

Assistant Controller (2.5 Billion dollar organization)

Senior SEC Accountant (CPA)

IT Auditor

Cost Accountant (2 to 3 years max experience North Houston)

Great Plains Cost Accountant (50 to 70K) Galleria

AP Supervisor – Southeast Houston

Controller (very decentralized organization)

Bookkeeper – Public Accounting

Quality Assurance – Electronics Manufacturing

Electrical Chief Engineer –

MLP Tax Accountant

Sales Manager – Must Electrical Engineering Background

Payroll / Benefits Manager (Union Experience)

HR Manager (Generalist with Union Experience)

HOUSTON – Accounting Positions – 40 to 145K – June 2010

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Current Openings:

Public Accounting: Staff Audit, Senior Audit, Audit Manager and Senior manager
Public Accounting: Tax Senior and Manager (Corporate Taxes ONLY)
assistant Corporate Controller – 90 to 115K – Galleria
Accounting Manager – 85K – Galleria
Fixed Asset Senior – 65 to 80K – Galleria
Fixed Asset Manager – 85K plus – Galleria
Senior accountant Galleria
SEC Accountant – 62 to 85K – Galleria and Northwest Houston
Financial Analyst – 85K – Northwest Houston
International Tax Planning Director – 120 to 145K – Downtown
AP Manager – 65K – Southeast Houston
Accounting Manager – Downtown – 75K
Audit Manager – West Houston
JIB Accountant – 85K – Downtown
Sales & Use Tax Accountant – 85K – Downtown
Revenue Accountant – 65 to 85K – Downtown
Controller – 110 to 130K – Southeast Houston
assistant Controller – 90 to 115K – Southeast Houston
Accountant – Senior – 6o to 90K – Southeast Houston

Assistant Controller, Houston, Texas 90 to 115K

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Our client, a privately held services company, is growing and adding a leadership role to their Accounting Department. The ideal candidate will supervise up to 5 direct reports and 15 indirect reports.

Responsibilities:

· Supervise, manage and evaluate Accounting department personnel

· Manage all aspects of monthly closing and reporting process

· Manager quarterly review, yearend review and audit process

· Responsible for documentation and execution of internal controls

· Manage day to day/transaction processing of Accounting department

· Analyze processes and design/implement enhancements to create a more organized and efficient department

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

· CPA and/or Public Accounting a plus

· Proficiency with MS Office applications

· Ability to develop and maintain effective departmental and employee relations

· Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills

Please email your resume to dcd@fittsroberts.com

Senior Accountant – North / Northwest Houston

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Our client, a 500 million dollar Oil Field Services company, is currently looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. This person would be slated for the Accounting Manger role within a year!!! The company’s goal is to reach annual revenues of 1 Billion!

Senior Accountant

Help lead staff of 5.
Ownership of GL and Consolidated Financial Statements.
Assist with coordinating Audit.
Maintain Fixed Asset Inventory system.
DSO and Cash Flow forecasting.
Ad Hoc Projects as assigned.
Assist in developing internal controls and improving processes & procedures.

Requirements:

Degree in Accounting
3 to 6 years of Accounting experience
Hyperion, HFM, Great Plains expereince a huge plus
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

Financial Analyst 50 to 75K, Houston, Texas

Posted on April 20, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Position Description • Reporting to VP Finance, provide financial analysis and planning services and market analytical support to Products Pipelines business unit • Develop and maintain market information data and reports that relate to the Products Pipeline operating areas including national supply and demand data for petroleum products • Track and analyze performance of segment assets with emphasis on market factors and operating efficiencies • Coordinate and prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly volume and margin reports • Manage annual capital budget process and monthly expansion capital project report • Provide support to commercial management personnel in development of reports and analysis for monthly earnings review, quarterly business reviews and annual budgets Position Requirements • Accounting degree and minimum two years accounting experience • CPA preferred • Strong technical proficiency in business systems • Self-starter with strong organizational skills and outstanding communication skills

March 2010 Newsletter for Accounting Professionals in Houston, Texas

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Industry News and Updates

So, I know everyone is very anxious to hear what is happening in Houston. Well, believe it or not it I have great news to report! Our Houston CFS office has been extremely busy this year. We had a great start in January and that has continued all the way into March. We have been placing accounting professionals in permanent and temporary jobs at a greater pace every week. A lot of companies cut pretty deep with layoffs in 2009 and are starting to see their volume of business pick up again. This is prompting them to first look to contractors and then eventually it will lead to more permanent positions. It may be time to dust off that old resume! Or just follow my blog at: www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com. I also accept all LinkedIn invitations: www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

Local Statistics

National / Houston Unemployment Rate: 9.7% / 8.3%
Price of Oil / Natural Gas: $81 / $4.42
Oil Rig Count: 1396
Industries hiring: Upstream Oil & Gas, CPA Firms, Non Profit, Healthcare, Business Services, Commercial & Residential Property Management
Positions in demand: Tax Staff, Tax Senior, Tax Manager (Public & Industry), Controller & CFO (coming back), Senior Accountant, Oil & Gas Revenue Accountant
Industries not hiring or flat: Manufacturing, Construction, Homebuilding

Great Article

http://www.accountingweb.com/topic/education-careers/hiring-outlook-good-accounting-pros

Below is a partial list of our local and national searches:

Revenue Accountant
West Houston, 80K, 10% Bonus Potential

Joint Venture Accountant
West Houston, SAP

Senior Auditor (Public Accounting)
Centra Houston, Work Life Balance, Paid Overtime

Corporate Accoutning Director
West Houston, 150K plus bonus

Bookkeeper
Houston, Great Plains & Job Costing

4 Senior Tax Accountants
Galleria, Public Accounting

IT Auditor (E&P)
Galleria, 110K

Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manger
Downtown and Galleria, Public Accounting

Tax Lead Partnership Accounting
Downtown

Accounts Payable / Purchasing Speciailst
Channelview, Great Plains, 40K

Director of Credit & Collections – Houston

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Experienced collections professional with significant experience in managing a team of collectors, coordinating with attorneys and interacting at a senior management level both internally and with our customers.

Essential Responsibilities:

Review, direct and guide a staff of 12 onshore (including one senior collections manager) and 12 offshore collectors
Works closely with Lease Administration staff (Accounting) to understand tenant billing issues
Coordinates with in-house legal team on tenants where legal action is required
Establishes relationships with appropriate management level personnel at most significant tenants in order to facilitate efficient handling of disputes/issues
Updates accounting platform (CTI) with all relevant information related to the eviction case / process
Reviews and makes recommendations to Leasing, and Property Management on terminated accounts
Responsible for accuracy and adequacy of bad debt reserves and bad debt expense
Coordinate the process of determining whether to pursue with internal legal resources, or outsource the process to third party Collection Agency.
Prepares information for Collection Agency and in-house Legal team
Handles all dark tenants ~ abandonment, lockouts, eviction ~ preparing the file for litigation determination
Reviews and approves the vacancy notices
Preparation of notice of abandonment
Prepares termination of possession letters for tenants residing in Texas
Assists in the review of credit reports to determine whether to pursue legally
Communicates with internal clients to insure accuracy, and company’s objectives are met
Designing effective and efficient procedures
Other tasks on an as needed basis

Education and Experience:

Must have 5-10 years of experience in collections with 2-3 years experience in a managerial role

Current Job Openings!!!!! Accounting & Finance – Houston, Texas

Posted on February 5, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Assistant VP SOX Compliance
Audit Manger (Government & Benefits)
Tax Director (Multinational Company)
Senior Tax Manager (Multinational Company)
Tax Accountant (1 to 3 years of corp. tax experience)
Tax Manager (FAS 109, Federal & State)
Controller, Odessa, Texas
Revenue Accountant (7 Openings!!!!!)
Gas Plant Accountant
Director of Credit & Collections
Tenured Bookkeeper
Property Accountant
Senior Property Accountant
Senior Manager Public Accounting (2)
Tax Supervisor (Public Accounting)
Senior Financial Analyst (Modeling – Energy)
Credit Manager
Senior Credit Analyst (at least 5 years of experience – large energy company)

Credit Analyst, Sugar Land, Texas 60 to 80K

Posted on January 26, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

Credit Analyst

5-10 years of relevant experience

Client base are independents so small to mid cap companies

Review financial statements

Liaison between sales, ops and finance

Bachelor’s degree is required

Must be comfortable interacting and being in front of clients

Must have the ability to work directly with the sales team

$65-80K Bonus

International Finance Manager, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Dianedelgadolemaire

POSITION TITLE

International Finance Manager

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer, VP Finance

SUMMARY OF POSITION

PURPOSE

The International Finance Manager will be responsible for managing all financial and related administrative activities related to company’s businesses outside the USA. Areas of responsibility include treasury, accounting, finance, financial reporting, bonding, banking, insurance and tax. Approximately 50% international travel is anticipated.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Treasury Management

1. In cooperation with senior management, determine appropriate levels and sources of financing / bonding / liquidity. 2. Develop, manage and provide accounting support for the Company’s F/X operations, currency hedging, cash management and other related functions. 3. Maintain strong relationships with the Company’s financial institutions, surety providers and other related firms. 4. Develop a timely and accurate process of monitoring cash flow to ensure a high level of internal control and maximize return on cash assets. 5. In conjunction with senior management, develop credit policies and ensure the proper execution of these policies throughout the Company. Ensure that receivables are collected as quickly as possible to minimize working capital needs. 6. Supervise and oversee outside attorneys as required.

Accounting / Financial Reporting

1. Create, coordinate and continually evaluate/upgrade the financial programs and supporting information systems of the Company. 2. Oversee International implementation of a new global IT system. 3. Monitor compliance to company intercompany pricing policies and adapt as necessary. 4. Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, special analyses and information reports. 5. Generate creative cost saving ideas and work with other managers to develop cost studies, management metrics and other information they can use to drive revenue and profitability, increase efficiency and improve the performance of their personnel. 6. As a member of the management team, develop business plans and forecasts to estimate the future impact of business decisions and changing market conditions. 7. Supervise the development of department budgets which consolidate into an overall corporate budget and become part of the corporate business plan. 8. Develop and monitor capital expenditure budgets considering project cost, financing costs, cash flow and return on investment. 9. Establish accounting policies and ensure records are maintained in accordance with GAAP. 10. Work with independent auditors in the preparation of the Company’s annual financial statements. 11. Supply all reporting required by any debt agreements and ensure compliance with all covenants. 12. Develop and maintain an internal control structure which ensures the integrity of the Company’s information, especially in the areas of revenue and profit recognition, cash management, financial reporting, tax compliance, etc. 13. Supply all reporting required in the debt agreements and insure compliance of all debt covenants.

Insurance / Tax

1. Along with outside advisors, develop and coordinate tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities on a worldwide basis. 2. In conjunction with outside advisors, ensure that the Company is in compliance with all income tax regulations including those related to intercompany pricing. 3. Review and adopt corporate insurance coverage to ensure that Company has the appropriate levels of insurance at the lowest cost. 4. Review and implement employee benefit plans that provide competitive coverage at the lowest cost.

Human Resources

1. Manage international departmental personnel to make best use of their skills; select employees wisely and develop their capabilities; administer discipline fairly; and handle human resource matters in accordance with Company policies in order to drive individual and group performance. 2. Foster Company’s culture by fully supporting its brand identity, company values and high expectations. 3. Champion, organize and monitor clear channels of communication and coordination between functional counterparts throughout the Company (i.e., across entities and between personnel in sales, estimating, marketing, project management, engineering, finance, purchasing, operations and quality.)

QUALIFICATIONS .

Education – A Masters of Business Administration and/or a Bachelor of Science in Accounting .

Experience – Recent experience in Construction or Engineering Industry is a requirement for out of state candidates. – 10+ years of progressively challenging experience in an international accounting/finance environment. – Demonstrated successful financial management experience. –

Experience in Project Type businesses

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